Lemon Drop Martini
A Lemon Drop Martini is a sweet and sour cocktail, typically made with vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, and a sugared rim. It's a modern classic that emerged from the vibrant cocktail scene of the late 20th century, particularly associated with San Francisco.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is very high in simple carbohydrates from the added sugar and alcohol, offering minimal nutritional value. A standard serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, primarily from the alcohol and sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Its signature sugared rim is designed to balance the tartness of the lemon juice in each sip, creating a dynamic sweet-and-sour experience. Culturally, it represents the 'martini craze' era, where classic cocktail forms were adapted into sweeter, more approachable variations.
